Luxury Hotels: The Ritz-Carlton understands that it is natural to feel apprehensive about taking a vacation in today's economy. However, the premier hotel group believes a vacation should relieve stress, not cause it. In an effort to provide guests with a stress-free getaway, The Ritz-Carlton has introduced two new packages specially designed to cut costs and create a memorable guest experience. The value added options were created to encourage travel through September 30, 2009.

The "Peace of Mind" package is being offered in city and resort locations around the world from San Francisco to St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands. All-inclusive amenities offered: deluxe room accommodations, full-American breakfast for two served in the restaurant, free daily Internet access and local phone calls, overnight parking, Ritz Kids special activities program for two youngsters, and the resort fee. In addition, the Peace of Mind package provides guests the option of three nights for the price of two; five nights for the price of three; and a week for the price of only four nights.

For city locations, including both properties in New York City, the package includes: deluxe accommodations; full-American breakfast, Internet access and local calls, plus parking. Guests who reserve five nights will only pay for three, and when reserving a seven-night stay, will only pay for four nights.

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While rates vary depending upon location, all packages are designed to eliminate the worry of added charges. Reservations may be booked through www.ritzcarlton.com; travel professionals; or calling toll free reservations at (800) 241-3333.

After the success of last season's "Resort Reconnect Package" in destinations from Bachelor Gulch, Colorado to exotic Sharm el Sheikh on Egypt's Red Sea, the popular package is once again being extended to guests. The package includes: deluxe accommodations, full-American breakfast for two served in the restaurants and a resort credit from $50 to $250 daily, depending upon location. Credits may be accumulated over the length of the stay to cover additional amenities such as tennis, spa, golf or room service charges, but may not be applied against the room rate.

Depending upon the resort, rates for the "Resort Reconnect Package" will vary and do not apply to groups. Advance reservations are required to book the package and may be booked through www.ritzcarlton.com; a travel professional, or calling toll free reservations at (800) 241-3333.